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Introduction
The
PosiTector
RTR 3D
Replica Tape Reader
is a hand-held
electronic instrument that measures burnished Testex Press-O-
Film
TM
replica tape and uses a light intensity versus thickness
algorithm to produce three-dimensional (3D) images of the replicated
surface. Images generated within the gage are analyzed to produce
2D and 3D parameters that represent specific characteristics of a
surface.
To ensure best accuracy, the user will be prompted to zero
the probe every time the Gage is powered-up. It is therefore good
practice to clean the probe regularly with the included cleaning card
and microfiber cloth. Cleaning is best performed when the Gage is
powered down.
NOTE:
With the Gage powered down...
1.
Clean the probe with included cleaning card and microfiber
cloth (pg. 7).
2.
Power-up Gage by pressing the center button.
3.
Zero the probe (pg. 8).
4.
Verify Gage accuracy (pg. 7).
5.
Measure the burnished replica tape (pg. 4).
Tape Selection
(pg. 8)
Tape Grade
Height Measurement
2D/3D Parameters
Coarse (C)
l
X-Coarse (XC)
l
Optical Grade
Coarse (C)
l
Optical Grade
X-Coarse (XC)
l
l
Press the button to power up the Gage. To conserve battery life,
the gage will automatically go to sleep after 5 minutes of inactivity.
While in
Sleep Mode
, the gage powers up significantly faster—
convenient when moving between parts or locations. The gage will
completely power off after 4 hours of inactivity. Alternatively, select
Power Off
from the main menu. All settings are retained.
Quick Start